Painter 1

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University requires a Painter 1 to perform a broad range of routine maintenance across campus. The role includes preparing surfaces for painting, using removal tools, sanding, and cleaning materials while applying coats of paint to interior and exterior areas.

The position involves waterproofing, refinishing wood and glazing windows, scaffolding setup, and equipment maintenance. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with two years' experience or a related technical degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Two years' experience preferred, or a relevant technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform broad spectrum of routine maintenance campus-wide.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, use paint removers, sanders and cleaning materials.
• Apply undercoats and paints to interior and exterior surfaces using spray, brush or roller.
• Waterproof exterior surfaces and refinish wood furniture; glaze windows and doors; assemble scaffolds.
• Maintain and repair painting equipment, order supplies, and manage stock; apply epoxy coatings for waterproofing/resurfacing.
• Supervise OPS painters and helpers and provide equipment for assistants as needed; install locks and cylinders as required.
• Replace base covers, ceramic and VCT tile.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Painter 1

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63487

Department

FSU Maintenance Department

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing a broad spectrum of routine maintenance campus wide.

Duties in part, will include plastering, hard coat, mixing compound, prepares surfaces for painting, uses paint remover, sanders, sandpaper, vacuum cleaners, chemicals and cleaning materials, Caulks, spackles and patches surfaces as required.

Using spray, brush or roller method, undercoats and paints building interior and exterior. Sprays waterproofing on exterior surfaces or buildings. Refinish surfaces of wood furniture, glaze windows and doors and assembles scaffolds used in painting work.

Cleans and repairs painting equipment, orders supplies and equipment. Maintains small level of working stock. Applies epoxy coatings to walls and floors of showers, patios, walkways for waterproofing and/or resurfacing purposes. Supervision of OPS painters and trades helpers to accomplish painting and surface preparation campus wide. Provides supplies, equipment for assistants and performs other maintenance work as assigned by Supervisor including installation of locks & cylinders.

Replacement of cover base, ceramic and VCT tile.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and two years' experience, or a relevant Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.

A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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Veterans' Preference

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Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.